Today we bring you a post written by one of FFC’s dads-Amy Q’s husband, Rodney. Rodney grew up reading comic books and took a moment to share how important they were to his childhood, how they created a lifelong love of reading, and what Free Comic Book day means to his family now that he’s… [read more]
Archives for April 2013
Helping Kids Be Good Friends to Their Furry Pals
Today we are excited to welcome a guest post from pet trainer and educator, Lisa Desatnik. Lisa uses positive reinforcement and behavior change strategies that blend behavior science with kindness, integrity, creativity and fun. Learn more about her and follow her behavior blog at www.SoMuchPETential.com. ——————————— According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,… [read more]
‘Out of This World’ Exhibit Coming to Maifest
One of our favorite events held each year in Covington is Maifest. We love taking our kids down to MainStrasse Village to experience all the food, the music, the beautiful chalk art, and of course…. the rides! Maifest is just around the corner — May 17, 18, 19 — and this year they have an… [read more]
Clay Alliance Spring Pottery Fair 2013
It’s time once again for the 13th annual Clay Alliance Spring Pottery Fair. Last year was my first time attending this event, and my family had a great time. We watched artisans create their masterpieces out of clay, listened to great music by Jake Speed and the Freddies, and we did a little shopping. I… [read more]
Popular Childrens Authors Visit blue manatee
For a child who loves to read, how wonderful would it be to not only meet your favorite author, but to be able to ask them questions about your favorite characters or just to hear them read the stories to you? It’s like meeting a celebrity, and it’s the best kind, because it’s one that fosters a… [read more]
Frisch’s Founder’s Day
May 3 is Founder’s Day at Frisch’s Big Boy and they want to celebrate Dave Frisch’s birthday with you! Come to Frisch’s for their second annual Founder’s Day celebration and you could win a free Big Boy sandwich.Visit any Frisch’s Big Boy restaurant on May 3rd dressed as Big Boy and you’ll receive a FREE Big… [read more]
Red Lobster *$25 Gift Card Giveaway*
I love Red Lobster. They had me at cheesy biscuits and kept me coming back with the succulent shrimp scampi. Years ago, when my husband and I were dating, we’d go to Red Lobster and start with those delicious biscuits, add a lovely salad with blue cheese and tangy red onions and top it off… [read more]
Buster Keaton’s ‘The General’ at The Carnegie-GIVEAWAY
Have you ever experienced a silent film? Not the few snippets you get when they are placed as comic relief in other movies but the real thing? In a theater with musical accompaniment? Oh, then you are really missing out! I’m all about technology and high def specials effects, don’t get me wrong…but there… [read more]
